Our Full house is getting just alittle bigger!

We have moved in my 19 year old pregnant sister. Our family means the world us and my little has really had it rough I would say her entire life. She became addicted to pills at the age of 16 and really had no one to turn to help. My mother was an enabler for her and felt she needed them to deal with depression and anxiety. My husband and I knew where she was headed and offered many time to have her move in with us so we could help her but she would never come.

In April of this year she found out she was pregnant and knew she had to do something to fix herself so she could take care of her unborn baby. It was not easy for her and yes she did continue to use through her first trimester. She came to my husband and I asking for help and of course we were there. We moved her in and changed her doctor to closer to us. We are happy to say she is now 31 weeks and by the grace of God all is well with her unborn baby girl. She is 100 percent drug free and doing great. We are now preparing our home for a new baby girl due in December. Please keep her and the baby in your prayers.

Teenage Bullying

Well after taking a little while off. I really missed my blogging. So here I am with so much going on. We have pulled my 14 year old out of public school because of intense bullying. For so long he just walked away as other children hit him in the back of the head, trip him as he walked down the hall, called him names because of his tourettes. It was just getting out of control. He wasn't able to focus on his school work because he was so worried about what was going to happen when he left class that his grades were dropping. Of course we went to the principle and we were told it would be taken care of. Well nothing was done. Josh is now doing virtual school at home and making much progress. He started boxing at a local gym run by the police department and his self esteem is improving everyday. I'm really glad that we made this decision for Joshua. If you have any advice I would love to hear it.

Wordless Wednesday

Happy Thanksgiving

 I hope each and every one of you had a very blessed day! Today was a great day here in our home with our family. Just having everyone together and being able to sit back and watch the kids play together was such a beautiful sight.  My husband hooked up the x box kinect and even my sister and I got in on the fun dancing with the kids. I am so thankful for all my children and to have such a wonderful husband and family. I truely am blessed.


Please feel free to share how your Thanksgiving Day went. I would love to here how you all spent your day and what you are thankful for this year.

Hasbro Games Girl Talk and Cuponk with Bonus Prize Pack

Family Game Night is every Friday night at our house and Hasbro is a name very popular in our home.

I was so excited to receive this prize pack from Hasbro.

Here is what was included in my box.

In Fall 2010, Girl Talk- the original game of Truth or dare - introduces a new line of games just for tweens and teen girls. Each new Girl Talk game, including Dare Confetti, Sparkle Spots and Sassy Sticks, is unique and gets girls talking,bonding and laughing over the that make each of them special. Perfect for a sleepover or a gift for a girlfriend, Girl Talk games encourage quality girl time any day of the week.

I received Girl Talk: Dare Confetti Retails for $12.99 made for girls ages 8 up. 2 players or more. I can tell you my daughter was jumping up and down when she saw me open the box and saw this game and I can say it is the perfect game for sleepovers and parties.

CUPONK - Retail Price $14.99

Show your skill and style with CUPONK - a new trick game where players are rewarded for making the wackiest trick shots possible. Choose the CUPONK cup that best represents your personality and start sinking obscure shots from off the rim, wall or even kitchen table to show off your friends and earn bragging rights for weeks. Everyone will know that you landed the plastic ball in the cup when it lights up and lets out sounds. Master the basic shots and turn your home into a playing field to become the CUPONK master.

I received the El Campeon CUPONK Game and it was perfect for my 11 year old who is crazy about wrestling and now has a game his older brothers will leave the TV to go and play. Its a big hit here :)

Along with these games I also received these bonus items...

ARM & HAMMER Kid's Spin brush -  Retail Price $6.99

The first and only customizable battery toothbrush, which makes brushing fun!

Packaged with over 140 stickers for decorating.

Perfect for ages 3-12

Did you know that kid's brush 38% longer with a spin brush battery powered toothbrush than with a manual toothbrush?

New Scotch Adhesive Dot Roller Retail Price $7.99

The new Scotch Dot Roller applies permanent adhesive precisely and smoothly to paper,cardboard and other surfaces.

Emergen - C

The Healthy Way to Feel Good Every Day.

With little ones and Flu season we all need some Purell hand sanitizer around the house!

Now what do you think about all these great items? Want to know how you can win your own Hasbro  Game Prize Pack?

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Disclosure Policy- I was sent all of the items above to review all opinions are solely my own. Thank you Hasbro for an awesome giveaway!

Winners!!!

The Winner of the EcoMom $15 Gift Certificate is
Cheeky momma

The Winner of the Carmex Blog Squad Giveaway is NayNay

Congrats and thank you all for entering. Keep checking back for more great giveaways!!!

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Peaceable Kingdom Activity Book Review and Giveaway

Peaceable Kingdom Press is a place of imagination, exploration and fun! With such a great variety of activity books and games for your child. All of their games have such bright vibrant colors and  they now work with more than 100 artists and the  products they offer include birthday cards, games, stickers, paper dolls, puzzles, diaries, and valentines. All of Peaceable Kingdoms  products have one thing in common – they nourish children’s hearts, eyes, minds, and funny bones! Check out just a few games they offer

Doggone Domino Game

Flippty Frog Game

Numbers Match Up Game

Thanks to Peaceable Kingdom I was able to review this Animals of our World Activity Book.

My 5 year old loves it. He doesn't leave home without it when we are headed out for a ride. There are so many fun activities for him to play and even games he can play with his brothers and sisters like Tortoise tic- tac- toe. I can tell you this book keeps my son busy on  those long road trips. And one feature I really love is that its reusable. Just write and wipe its all included in this handy book with a built in handle.
Thanks to Peaceable Kingdom one lucky winner will receive the Animals of our World Activity Book.

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CARMEX BLOG SQUAD REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY!!!

Well I'm back in the game and boy do I have some exciting reviews and giveaways you don't want to miss!

I was super excited to be chosen as one of the bloggers for the Carmex Blog squad. I'm sure you all have heard of Carmex. I know growing up my grandmother always had Carmex ready for me when I had chapped lips and now I make sure I always have some for my children when they need it.

This is what I was sent. An awesome assortment of Carmex products. I love the healing lotion and cream. I tend to have very dry skin and I can tell you all this stuff works great although the smell is not that great It's kind of medical smelling. The tinted moisture plus is my favorite. It's new from carmex and I just love the tint and moisture it provides. It all came in this huge make up kit that comes in handy for traveling.

Now I'm sure you want to know how you can get your own bag filled from Carmex. Well here we go...

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Giveaway will end on Nov.16th winner will be notified by e mail and announced here on my blog.

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I JUST STARTED MY NEW BUSINESS!!!

 First I want to apologize to all of my readers for being out of touch for a week. I have been making plans to start my own business as an Independent Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay. I'm super excited and have very high hopes for success. Being a mom of 8. I can now set my own schedule and still be here at home for my kids. That is awesome don't you think?
  
So with the holidays approaching so quickly I'm here to help all of you with gift ideas, skin care and cosmetics. Just check out my site at www.marykay.com/aprilvokes and look around. Let me know what you think or if you have any questions and the best part FREE SHIPPING!!!! I will take care of that for you.

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY!!!

Boys!!! :)

Colgate Kids Oral Care

Teaching our children the importance of good oral hygiene is something we all do and Colgate is making it a lot easier for us as parents to do and even make it fun and great tasting! Just take a look at Colgate's Kids Oral Care products.

My first Colgate Toothpaste
Ages 0-2

• Safe if swallowed

• Gently cleans teeth

• Mild fruit flavor kids love

• No artificial colors,

• preservatives or SLS

• No mess dispensing

My first Colgate Toothbrush
Ages 0-2

• Specially designed to fit growing hands

• Oval head with soft bristles helps

• protect children's gum

Colgate Licensed Kids Anti-Cavity Fluoride Toothpaste
Ages 2-8

• Clinically proven cavity protection that strengthens and protects developing teeth

• Mild Bubble Fruit flavor that kids love

Colgate Licensed Kids Toothbrushes

• Brushes built for tiny hands and mouths. Fun designs to encourage use.

• Clinically proven cavity protection that strengthens and protects developing teeth

• Mild Bubble Fruit® flavor that kids love

• Specially designed for kids ages 2 and up

• SpongeBob™ graphics in a convenient stand-up tube with flip-top cap that encourages kids to brush

The little ones each received a new toothbrush and  great tasting toothpaste.My 6 year old was sent the battery-powered SpongeBob toothbrush and let me tell you, all he wants to do is brush his teeth now. Its just to cute and of course I love it that now they all enjoy brushing!!

 All opinions in this post are 100% my own. I received these items free for this review.

Wordless Wednesday

CSN UPCOMING REVIEW

CSN has 200 stores for all your shopping needs, Everything from modern bedding to toys for your little one.

Keep a look out for my upcoming review from CSN. What I will be reviewing is a surprise so keep checking back.

$15 EcoMom Gift Certificate Giveaway and SmartyPants Gummy Vitamins Review

Thanks to EcoMom I was able to review these SmartyPants Gummy Vitamins. I have to tell you getting my 6 year old to take any vitamin has always been like pulling teeth but these gummy vitamins where a breeze. As soon as he saw me open the package he wanted to try one. SmartyPants are a pediatrician approved all in one gummy multi-vitamin with eco-friendly non-tuna sourced DHA Omega 3's  and come in 3 yummy flavors lemon, orange, and cherry (my kids love them all) and I love that they are getting the Vitamins they need to stay healthy.

EcoMom has a new program called EcoPass that allows you to purchase a $99 annual membership,which provides a 15% discount on every order as well as free shipping with no $50 min. requirement. EcoPass pays for itself in as few as 4 orders and costs just $8,25 a month. Now that's a deal!!

EcoMom has also provided me with a discount code to share with all my readers to receive a 15% discount off your first order with them. Just type in this code SBBL627

You can purchase Smartypants Gummy Vitamins at www.ecomom.com

EcoMom is giving away a $15 Gift Certificate to 1 lucky winner!!!

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Giveaway ends on Oct. 25th Open to Us and Canada

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Good Luck To you all!!!

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Thank you EcoMom for an Awesome giveaway

FUN HALLOWEEN RECIPES

 

Halloween is among us and everyone likes a good party. Problem is it’s getting harder to throw fun events like this on a budget. Well don't worry, we are here to help. We will be providing you with some great cost cutting tips, and projects right up until Halloween day that will turn your party into something your guests won't soon forget. This page will be full of recipe ideas that are sure to turn your event into one ghoulishly good time. For special decorating ideas, Halloween Decorations and round up your little goblins.

 

Give me a hand (dip)

Your little monsters will love getting their hands on these crunchy carrot snacks.


Ingredients
• vegetable dip
 • 4 long carrots
     • 1 medium carrot
 • cream cheese
  • sliced-almond
• baby carrots

Instructions
1. To prepare them, just fill a serving bowl with your favorite vegetable dip. Wash and peel 4 long carrots for fingers and 1 medium carrot for a thumb.
2. With a paring knife (a parent's job), cut a flat, shallow notch in the tip of each carrot. Then use a dab of dip or softened cream cheese to glue a sliced-almond fingernail atop each notch.
3. Stick the fingers in the dip, as shown, and serve with plenty of peeled baby carrots for dipping.

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Marshmallow Witch Treats

Try out this simple Halloween Recipe for Marshmallow Witch treats. Treat your little ghouls and goblins this sweet treat.

Ingredients

* 1/2 cup vanilla frosting, divided

* 36 miniature semisweet chocolate chips

* 12 large marshmallows

* 1 drop each green, red and yellow food coloring, optional

* 1/4 cup flaked coconut

* 12 chocolate wafers

* 12 miniature peanut butter cups

* 12 milk chocolate kisses

Instructions: For 1 Dozen

1.To create the face of each witch, place a dab of frosting on the bottom of three chocolate chips; press two for eyes and one for nose onto each marshmallow.

2.To make the hair, combine green food coloring and a drop of water in a small resealable plastic bag; add coconut and shake well. Spread a small amount of frosting on sides of marshmallows; press coconut hair into frosting. Place 3 tablespoons of frosting in a small heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; tint orange with red and yellow food coloring. Set aside.

3.For hats, spread some of the remaining frosting in the center of chocolate wafers; press peanut butter cups upside down into frosting. Lightly spread bottoms of chocolate kisses with frosting; place on peanut butter cups. Cut a small hole in the corner of pastry or plastic bag; insert a small star tip. Fill the bag with frosting and pipe stars around the base of each peanut butter cup.

ChicoBag Daypack Winner!!!

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Fun Halloween Decorations!!!

Halloween is among us and everyone likes a good party. Problem is it’s getting harder to throw fun events like this on a budget. Well don't worry, we are here to help. We will be providing you with some great cost cutting tips, and projects right up until Halloween day that will turn your party into something your guests won't soon forget. I will be working on some fun decorating ideas that are sure to turn your event into one ghoulishly good time.

Positioned outside the house, these ghostly jugs will set the tone for any visitors as they approach.


Materials Needed :

• Clean plastic gallon milk jugs

• Black permanent marker

• Sharp knife

• Small battery operated candles

Instructions:

• 1. Draw ghostly eyes and mouths on the jugs. (Leave the caps on while you do this, so the jugs don't dent)

• 2. Use the craft knife to cut a 3 inch hole in the back of each jug (a parent's job).

• 3. Insert a battery operated candle inside each jug to bring your creation to life.

Here are some great variants to this project that can be created with just a little imagination.

 

Wordless Wednesday

Wholesale costume club Halloween costume Review!!!

With Halloween just around the corner, It's time to start thinking about Halloween costumes for your little ones. Wholesale costume club has thousands of costumes to choose from for the entire family.

I just love Eyeore!!

 I fell in love with this costume. You can purchase this costume for only $30.48 here.

 I found this Zombie Skate Punk Costume for my little skater  at Wholesale costume club. I was very excited when the costume arrives in such a very short period of time. This Zombie Skate costume comes with the mask, shirt, shorts, studded choker, and studded gloves. The shirt and shorts are made of 100 percent polyester and lightweight. The detail in this costume is great and I just love the skull liner sewn into the shorts to look like boxers. My son was super excited to try it on and  always wanting to show his friends. He just can't wait to wear it at our Halloween party and for trick or treating. 
You can purchase this Zombie Skate Punk costume for only $23.48 now that's a deal if i do say so myself!!


Disclosure policy- I was not paid for this review. I was given a costume from wholesale costume club to review and all opinions are mine alone. Thank you wholesale costume club for allowing me to review this awesome costume!